1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 935 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1100 | XK |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
